"And, to tell the truth, I'm glad it happened,--for otherwise, I mightn't have become interested in--Mona's cousin." "Then I bless my mistake!" said Farnsworth, so fervently that Patty shook her head at him.
"Mustn't talk so before folks," she said, reprovingly.

"Now, people all, what shall we do with this lovely evening?
It's moonlight, so any who are romantically inclined can ramble about the place, and flirt in the arbours,--while those who prefer can play bridge or--the piano.

Or just sit and chat." "Me for the last!" cried Mona.

"I've oceans to talk about with you, Patty.

Can't we play all by ourselves for a little while ?" "Certainly," said Patty, as she rose from the table.